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Author: Chris MacDonald

Chris MacDonald has had a love for finance his whole life, ultimately leading him to pursue an MBA in finance. He's worked as a financial analyst for a number of companies in the corporate finance and venture capital space during his 10-year investing career. He endeavors to follow in the footsteps of iconic investors like Warren Buffett in building a long-term defensive portfolio.

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Tech Stocks

Explained: What Is an NFT?

| Chris MacDonald

Those looking to understand what the deal is with this NFT craze need to read this article.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Maple Leaf Foods (TSX:MFI) is on my radar right now as an excellent long-term defensive holding with plenty…

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Dividend Stocks

Looking for Pandemic Reopening Plays? This 1 Canadian Stock Is a Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) is an excellent reopening play investors should consider today.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy in April 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of my top picks every long-term investors will want to consider heading into April.

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Energy Stocks

Breaking News: Suez Canal Troubles Could Spike Oil This Week

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) remains one of my top picks for long-term investors to consider today.

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Investing

Why the Rogers-Shaw Deal Is Likely to Be Approved

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) is an intriguing pick right now in the 5G race in Canada.

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Cannabis Stocks

Hexo Stock: Should Investors Buy As This Cannabis Player Expands Into Europe?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Hexo Corp. (TSX:HEXO)(NYSE:HEXO) is a very intriguing play right now for Canadian cannabis investors.

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Bank Stocks

3 UNDERVALUED Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why these three stocks are top of my list right now for investors seeking undervalued gems in today's overvalued…

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Energy Stocks

Canada Is Investing in Hydrogen! Here’s 1 Top TSX FCEV Stock to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Ballard Power (TSX:BLDP)(NASDAQ:BLDP) is a sneaky way to play the FCEV revolution right now.

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Investing

Air Canada Stock: The Top Canadian Stock to Buy for April 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Air Canada (TSX:AC) is the penultimate reopening play for Canadian investors looking to capitalize on growth today.

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Tech Stocks

Bullish on Bitcoin? Hive Stock Is an Intriguing Top Pick

| Chris MacDonald

For investors looking for Bitcoin exposure, Hive Blockchain Technologies (TSXV:HIVE) is one option to consider today.

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Investing

Looking for a Value Stock Triple-Up? Bombardier Stock Could Be it

| Chris MacDonald

For speculative investors only seeking moon-shot bets, Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) does provide some intrigue at these levels.

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Investing

Bombardier Stock: Time to Buy at $0.75?

| Chris MacDonald

At its current share price, Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) certainly looks cheap, but is it a buy?

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Dividend Stocks

Looking to Bet on Energy? This TSX Stock Has Soared 300% Year Over Year

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why energy investors bullish on oil would be remiss to ignore the earnings potential of small producers like Tourmaline…

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Dividend Stocks

Enbridge Stock a Buy Despite Biden Risks

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) shouldn't be put in the penalty box by investors concerned about pipeline cancellations.

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Dividend Stocks

Got $2,000? Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why these three companies are among my top picks right now.

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Tech Stocks

This 1 Canadian EV Stock Could Triple Your Money in 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Magna International (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) is an intriguing growth play in the EV sector investors should consider today.

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Investing

The Ultimate Meme Stock: Hive Blockchain

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Hive Blockchain Technologies (TSXV:HIVE) has been getting so much attention of late as a speculative play in the…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry: Is the Meme Stock Trade Over?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why the meme trade might not be over for Canadian software company BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB).

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why these two companies are near the top of my list in terms of intriguing plays to consider this…

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Tech Stocks

1 Top TSX Millionaire-Maker Stock to Buy in April 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) is probably the best long-term growth play in Canada right now investors should…

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Cannabis Stocks

The Top Cannabis Stock Every Investor Should Be Buying Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Curaleaf Holdings (TSXV:CURA) is my top pick for cannabis investors looking to take advantage of potential U.S. legalization.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Under $50 in April

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why these three companies top my list of best picks for April 2021!

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Investing

Today’s Top Buy: Air Canada Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Air Canada (TSX:AC) is still the penultimate reopening play for investors bullish on the Canadian economy right now.

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Coronavirus

Can Meme Stock Investors Take This TSX Stock Parabolic?

| Chris MacDonald

Empire Group (TSX:EMP.A) may not be a meme stock, but it's a retailer with a tonne of potential upside right…

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Energy Stocks

Forget Tesla! This Small EV Stock Could Take Over

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Plug Power (NASDAQ:PLUG) and Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) are still two of my favourite stocks for EV investors.

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Bank Stocks

Don’t Fear a Housing Correction: Canadian Banks Are Strong

| Chris MacDonald

Those concerned about the potential for a massive correction in housing shouldn't avoid gems like Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY).

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Tech Stocks

Another Bitcoin ETF Launched! Are These Buys Right Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why the rise of Bitcoin ETFs could change the game for cryptocurrency investors looking to speculate on these digital…

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Tech Stocks

Meme Stocks: Why BlackBerry Could Go Parabolic Again

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) may not be done with its impressive parabolic move, as meme stock investors focus in.

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Dividend Stocks

The Best 5G Play in Canada Just Got a Lot Bigger

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why the acquisition of Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR)(NYSE:SJR) by Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) is a doozy.

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Energy Stocks

Beginner Investors: A Massive Correction Is Your Friend

| Chris MacDonald

Here's my take on why investors looking for safety today should gravitate toward quality names like Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) now.

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Tech Stocks

Like Apple Stock? 1 Top Canadian EV Play for April 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Magna International (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) is my preferred way to play the growth in the EV sector for such investors…

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Investing

Air Canada Stock: Turbulence Could Be on the Horizon

| Chris MacDonald

Indeed, Air Canada (TSX:AC) has a lot going for it right now. However, there are a couple risks I think…

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Tech Stocks

Why This Small Canadian Stock Could Be the Next Roblox

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) actually has a lot in common with Roblox (NYSE:RBLX), though investors may…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Reasons to Be Cautious With Energy Investing Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why energy investors should avoid pure-plays on this sector, and instead consider stocks like Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB).

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Investing

Top Stock for April 2021: Air Canada

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is perhaps the paramount economic recovery and pandemic reopening play in Canada right now, and investors should…

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Bank Stocks

Worried About a Housing Correction? Be Cautious With This Stock Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Home Capital Group (TSX:HCG) is a stock I'd be cautious with right now amid bubble-like conditions in the…

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Tech Stocks

Is BlackBerry Stock a Buy at $14?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) could indeed be a buy at its current level, as speculators and investors jump in.

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Dividend Stocks

Today’s Top Buy: Alimentation Couche-Tard

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Alimentation Couche-Tard once again finds its way into the "Today's Top Buy" category.

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin: A Safe Investment or a Complete Gamble?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Bitcoin is an interesting but highly speculative and risky bet for investors right now.

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